Assistant Professor in Health Science

Description

The Betty Gold College of Arts and Sciences at Mary Baldwin University invites applications for a full-time Assistant or Associate Professor of Health Science to begin August 2026. The College is seeking a teacher-scholar with a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching and advising, enthusiasm for the environment of a small, student-centered liberal arts university, and a genuine interest in developing a health science program with a distinctive community health orientation.

The successful candidate will have expertise in public health, community health, health education, health behavior, or a related field and must be able to teach the core courses of the BS in Health Science program, including Research Methods and Practice, Applied Biostatistics, Principles of Health Education, and the Senior Project capstone. The ability to contribute to developing a workforce-oriented curriculum in community health and health promotion is expected; the successful candidate will work collaboratively with the School Director to shape the program’s direction, including the development of new courses and experiential learning opportunities with regional health partners. The successful candidate will advise Health Science majors across both pre-professional and workforce tracks, and contribute to advising in the related Exercise Science major. A doctoral degree (PhD or DrPH) in Public Health, Community Health, Epidemiology, Health Behavior, Health Education, Health Services, or a closely related field is required. Professional certification in a relevant area (such as CHES, CPH, or equivalent) is preferred.

Consistent with the mission and values of the institution, this position requires a commitment to a culture that promotes equity and inclusion. Applicants are expected to emphasize equity and inclusion in their interactions with students, staff, faculty, and the community at large.

This opening is not eligible for visa sponsorship; candidates must already possess U.S. work authorization that does not require employment-based visa sponsorship.

Essential Duties

In collaboration with The College of Arts & Sciences administration, faculty, staff, the Assistant Professor of Exercise Science will:

Teach standard course load per year which may include laboratory sections
Mentor and advise students with respect to course work and career goals
Support and Mentor students through senior capstone requirement
Assist in developing a strong workforce oriented program
Serve on college committees
Be engaged in the profession through research and/or participation in professional organizations

Required Qualifications

A doctoral degree (PhD or DrPH) in Public Health, Community Health, Epidemiology, Health Behavior, Health Education, Health Services, or a closely related field is required.

About Mary Baldwin University

Founded in 1842, Mary Baldwin University has a proud legacy of innovating to best serve our students as the world changes.

MBU is a small, coeducational university offering a range of degrees from bachelor to doctoral. We serve a diverse student population on our historic Staunton campus in the heart of downtown Staunton, Virginia, Murphy Deming College of Health Sciences in nearby Fishersville, and online.

MBU offers unique opportunities for our students to become leaders in the classroom,
community, workplace, and in their own lives.

Application

Applicants should send C.V., letter of application, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and names and contact information for three references to kjhuerth@marybaldwin.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Mary Baldwin University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer and especially encourages applications from minorities, women, and persons with disabilities.

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